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Alkalol company by James Whitters, Aug 18, 2010

ALKALOL Nasal Irrigation Provides Natural Alternative for Treating Allergies and Sinus Infections

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With record levels of tree, grass and weed pollen as well as exploding levels of mold spores, 2010 is shaping up to be a record year for the 40 million Americans who suffer from indoor/outdoor allergies. Tree pollen usually peaks in March, April and early May, while grass pollen is highest in April, May and June, according to experts. Many allergy sufferers are returning to a century-old treatment for relief – nasal irrigation coupled with a naturally medicated nasal solution like Alkalol.

Alkalol is a preservative-free, hypertonic saline solution that contains a blend of natural extracts and essential oils, which helps dissolve mucus and clean and moisturize nasal passages. Unlike other nasal saline solutions, Alkalol is a specially formulated, soothing antiseptic wash that has been recommended by ENT physicians for a century. Alkalol is available over-the counter, does not require a prescription and can be found in drugstore and retail pharmacies around the country. Alkalol is also available by pharmacist special order, upon request.

“It all started more than 100 years ago when my grandfather tried to formulate a soothing antiseptic wash without high levels of alcohol, which was in many competing products at the time,” said James Whitters, III, CEO of the Alkalol Company, a family-owned and operated business since its inception in 1896. “Made with a unique blend of natural ingredients, Alkalol is gentle enough for daily cleansing of the throat, mouth, nose and sinuses but strong enough to dissolve mucus, clear bacteria and inhibit the growth of mold and fungi, which are leading causes of sinusitis. ”In addition to nasal irrigation, allergy or sinusitis sufferers can help alleviate symptoms with other natural remedies including:

• Sleeping between 7 and 9 hours a night and sleeping more when you have a sinus infection
• Practicing good hand hygiene and washing your hands several times a day
• Using of a negative ion air cleaner or HEPA filter daily
• Using a humidifier during dry periods, especially when using the air-conditioner or during the heating season
• Avoiding sugar, dairy, caffeine and alcohol and adding fruit, vegetables, whole grains and fiber
• Exercising daily for disease prevention (preferably outdoors except on highly polluted days). Walking or moderately exercising during the course of an infection
• Drinking filtered water – a good measure is 1/2 ounce per pound of body weight; so in other words if you weight 150 pounds then you should drink 75 ounces of water
• Remembering patience is the key to clearing up sinus infections. Homeopathic and natural remedies may take a little longer to work than antibiotics, but will do a better job of cleansing to help prevent future infection.

For more information on ways to prevent and treat sinus infections, visit www.alkalolcompany.com or www.facebook.com/pages/Alkalol/47248651774.